Dutch Market Developer for Uniplaces.com
Location: PT, 11, Lisbon
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Internship
Industry: Internet

Company profile:
We are an international, venture backed team making it easy for millions of students worldwide to find and book their accommodation online. We are a results oriented business with global ambitions. It is important for us to build a strong team spirit in which everyone feels responsible and empowered to achieve their potential and be rewarded for doing so.  Uniplaces is supported by top investors who have created leading consumer internet brands such as #URL_d9ffc6849a4a6cbde1436fed017ffc978bd1f685f05cdd6476efeb96fae3b190# and LOVEFiLM.  

Job description:
UniPlacesEntrepreneur in Residence for the Dutch MarketEntrepreneur in Residence for the Dutch Market (Full-time Internship) - Lisbon, PortugalOverviewUniplaces is looking for a capable, energetic and ambitious team player to expand our presence in the Netherlands. Your responsibility will involve market research, lead generation, lead qualification, acquiring accommodation providers as well as supporting local marketing activities. About UniplacesWe are an international and venture backed team revolutionising the way millions of students worldwide find and book their accommodation online. We are a results oriented business with global ambitions. It is important for us to build a strong team spirit in which everyone feels responsible and empowered to do their best and where achievements are rewarded.  The company is run by a skilled, international team and is supported by top investors who have created leading consumer internet brands such as #URL_d9ffc6849a4a6cbde1436fed017ffc978bd1f685f05cdd6476efeb96fae3b190# and LOVEFiLM.  A bit about youYou are an entrepreneurial, proactive, competitive and commercially driven individual who cares for detail and takes ownership of your work. You are ambitious and results orientated, keen to drive your career forward and take on new responsibility. You have a practical approach to work and are willing to just get things done when needed.Skills &amp; characteristicsAction oriented - you get things done before someone suggests it.Excellent communicator (verbal &amp; written) - you are a clear communicator and can understand issues from different perspectives.Positive &amp; energetic - your enthusiasm is contagious and this motivates people around you.Strong sense of ownership - you take pride in your role and make every day count!Analytical - you can quickly draw out the important and useful information from data and look for ways to improve the efficiency of your work.ResponsibilitiesMarket research for analysing and launching new marketsLead generation &amp; lead qualificationAssisting with localisation of the Uniplaces website (no technical experience required)Assisting the country manager with hands on operational tasksDetailsYou will be based in our main office in Lisbon and your role may require some travel among our offices in London, Lisbon and Netherlands.Office location:  LisbonStart: As soon as possibleDuration: 6 months (minimum commitment), full-­time

Requirements:
Market knowledge about the Dutch educational system having lived and/or studied in the Netherlands beforeFluency in written and spoken Dutch and English.Having studied and lived outside your home country is a big advantagePrevious experience in sales, consulting, investment banking or prior startup experience is a plusMust be willing to work hard in a fast paced but fun environmentAvailable to start immediately

Benefits:
What you getDirect contact with the senior team. You will be working closely with the founders, country managers, sales and marketing teamsFirst hand startup experience in our fast growing, venture backed companyHands-on training across marketing, sales and operationsA unique opportunity to be one of the first team members involved in launching new marketsQuick progression &amp; exposure to all areas of the businessThis is a paid internship